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Will Collinsville join other municipalities on encampment ban
By Devese “Dee” Ursery dursery@timestribunenews.com COLLINSVILLE — Several municipalities in Madison County have been proactive in the fight to keep public properties safe and accessible to its residents and visitors by banning unauthorized encampments. From November of 2023, to as recently as the beginning of March Madison County communities: Alton, Granite City, Wood River, and…
Read MoreCollinsville recognizes March as Severe Weather Awareness Month
By Devese “Dee” Ursery dursery@timestribunenews.com COLLINSVILLE — During the brief but insightful bi-monthly regular Collinsville City Council meeting ordinances for the appropriation of funds and the replacement of a fence at the Street Department were approved while recognizing March as Severe Weather Awareness Month. As the seasons change from winter to spring severe thunderstorms and…
Read MoreLocal Girl Scouts hold annual Spring Showers Toiletry Drive
By Josh Jones Times Tribune Editor jljones@timestribunenews.com TROY — The Girl Scouts of Troy/St. Jacob Service Unit 109 helped those in need on Saturday as they hosted their third annual Spring Showers Toiletry Drive at Tri-Township Park on Saturday. According to Girl Scouts Troop 461 Leader (10th Grade Troop) Stacy Sayuk, this drive is similar…
Read MoreTri-Township Park District Easter Egg Hunt returns Saturday
By Josh Jones Times Tribune Editor jljones@timestribunenews.com TROY — Once again children will have the opportunity to hunt for eggs and enjoy a festive and fun Easter event. The Tri-Township Park District will hold its annual free Easter Egg hunt from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 23 at the park. According to information provided,…
Read MoreTriad High School Spring Musical ‘Into the Woods’ debuts March 21-23
by Josh Jones Times Tribune Editor jljones@timestribunenews.com TROY — The Triad School District community will have three opportunities to enjoy a night of song and dance as the Triad High School Spring Musical, ‘Into the Woods’, debuts March 21-23. The performances will begin at 7 p.m. those three days in the Triad High School Cafetorium.…
Read MoreMeeting held on proposed US 40 improvements in Madison County
By Josh Jones Times Tribune Editor jljones@timestribunenews.com TROY — The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) recently held a public meeting at CA Henning School to discuss the study for the proposed improvements on U.S. 40 from Formosa Road to Bethany Drive in Madison County. According to an IDOT news release, IDOT, in cooperation with the…
Read MoreCounty Board Chairman Battle Heats Up
By Randy Pierce Editor’s Note: This is a revised/expanded version of a previous story titled “County Board Chairman Battle Heats Up” as more information has been presented since the last article was published. MADISON COUNTY — With each of them sharing compilations about who has donated to his opponent’s campaign fund, announcing endorsements and making…
Read MoreMarine Voters to Vote on Community Aggregation March 19
By Stephanie Malench MARINE — The March 19th primary ballot in Marine contains a proposition asking voters “Shall the Village of Marine have the authority to arrange for the supply of electricity for its residential and small commercial retail customers who have not opted out of such program?” A public hearing will be held at…
Read More3 Troy Police Officers promoted during City Council meeting
By Josh Jones Times Tribune Editor jljones@timestribunenews.com TROY — The city council meeting room was filled with family, friends and officers representing the Troy Police Department as promotion ceremonies were held for three officers during Monday’s regular Troy City Council meeting. According to Times Tribune archives, the promotions/appointments were approved during the early February city…
Read MoreMake-A-Wish Makes a Hawaiian Holiday Possible for Highland Girl
Surprise party held at Tri-Township Activity Center in Troy By Kathy Turner TROY — According to a special person in her life, Katelyn Dissett of Highland is an outgoing and happy 12-year-old who admires those that chase their dreams in the face of adversity. Katelyn is also a young girl who was diagnosed at an…
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